Positive Parenting

Ectopic pregnancies are a top killer of mothers

When a fetus implants outside the uterus, the ectopic pregnancy can potentially cause the mother her life.

Science

What would happen if the moon suddenly disappeared?

It's far more than just an ornament in the night sky. If the Moon were to suddenly disappear, it would have far-reaching consequences for the Earth.

Entertainment

Simon Yam's daughter graduates with first-class honours, wins top academic award and designs her own graduation gown

The 21-year-old is proving she's more than just a celebrity child.

India

Tamil Nadu erupts in celebration as actor-turned-chief minister Vijay's swansong 'Jana Nayagan' hits cinemas

TAMIL NADU: Thousands of fans and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) workers thronged cinema halls across Tamil Nadu on Thursday (July 23) for the first day show of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's much-awaited film Jana Nayagan, his final appearance on the big screen before devoting himself fully to politics

Entertainment

Chinese actress Tang Wei, 46, welcomes second child with director Kim Tae-yong

Tang rose to international fame after starring in erotic spy film 'Lust, Caution' (2007), which was directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Lee Ang.

Books

New book offers rare glimpse into letters of prominent Malaysians

Raja Ahmad Aminullah said the collection was not a political work, but a socio-cultural record of his observations and experiences

Wellness

Hormone ‘fingerprint’ found in endometriosis 

This could potentially lead to a diagnostic test to easily screen for this difficult-to-diagnose condition.

Arts

Weekend for the arts: Wayang Kulit Kelantan at TRX, Rimbun Dahan Open Day

A list of arts and culture events to check out in the Klang Valley this weekend and beyond

People

Passing of a football legend: Kevin Keegan wore his heart on his sleeve, on and off the pitch

The former England forward, who has died of cancer at 75, combined charisma and impulsive passion with an ability to score the goals that mattered while never losing sight of where he had come from and what the game meant to so many.

Entertainment

'Pink Panther' saxophonist Plas Johnson dies at 94

The son of a professional saxophonist, Johnson specialised in jump-blues and R&B before becoming a well-respected live and studio session player who backed many greats - including Frank Sinatra, Nat 'King' Cole, Ella Fitzgerald and Barbra Streisand.

Fashion

Snakeskin, fashion's fiercest texture, is back in its most striking forms

From the real deal to mock options, snakeskin is slithering into the latest fashion collections to make an exotic, eye-catching statement.

Animals

Building nests is hard – That’s why some birds steal

In a study in the journal American Naturalist, researchers found that three species of scarlet and golden honeycreepers on Hawaii are adept at 'nest material kleptoparasitism', the practice of stealing material from the nests of others instead of finding their own.

Entertainment

'Good Boys Go To Heaven' star Malek McCrone talks about going from being a ‘wooden actor’ to feeling confident on set

Other than acting, Malek McCrone also divides his time between modelling, caring for his sister and training for a 100km ultra trail race.

Entertainment

Cantopop icon Kenny Bee to perform in Malaysia on Sept 19

The 74-year-old star will perform a repertoire of his beloved classics, inviting fans to celebrate life's simple yet meaningful moments with him.

Living

One pot dishes that are easy to make after work – and tasty, too

Haters of washing up already know the joys of one-pot meals. You pop all the ingredients into a single saucepan or frying pan – and cook them all together.

Wellness

Eight actions to take for a healthy heart

The American Heart Association has put together eight measures that can help maintain your heart health.

Living

The assisted spelling technique: An autism breakthrough, or an illusion?

A technique that promises to help non-speaking people with autism communicate is inspiring hope, but scientists remain unconvinced it truly works.

Entertainment

Carina Lau, Kenneth Ma, Liza Wang, Michelle Ye remember the late Patrick Tse

The Hong Kong screen legend died of pneumonia on July 16 at the age of 89.

Nation

JJ Lin and girlfriend spotted at World Cup final

SINGAPOREAN singer JJ Lin made no attempt to hide his relationship with his new girlfriend, who is 21 years his junior, after the two were spotted attending the FIFA World Cup final last weekend, reported China Press.

Arts

Hundreds of miniature Mozarts bring a larger-than-life legacy into focus

A horde of golden mini-Mozarts marks 270 years since the composer's birth in Salzburg